Pancreas

Performs both exocrine functions by producing digestive enzymes and endocrine functions by secreting hormones like insulin and glucagon that regulate blood glucose levels.

Key Functions:

• Produces digestive enzymes (e.g., amylase, lipase, proteases) for nutrient breakdown.
• Secretes insulin to lower blood glucose.
• Secretes glucagon to raise blood glucose.
• Secretes somatostatin, regulating other hormone release.

Interacting Systems & Components:

• Digestion (produces enzymes for)
• Insulin (produced by)
• Glucagon (produced by)
• Blood Glucose (regulates)
• Small Intestine (releases enzymes into)